Job 8:2

Authorized King James Version

How long wilt thou speak these things? and how long shall the words of thy mouth be like a strong wind?

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
עַד
long
as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)
#2
אָ֥ן
How
where?; hence, whither?, when?; also hither and thither
#3
תְּמַלֶּל
wilt thou speak
to speak (mostly poetical) or say
#4
אֵ֑לֶּה
these or those
#5
וְר֥וּחַ
wind
wind; by resemblance breath, i.e., a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the
#6
כַּ֝בִּ֗יר
be like a strong
vast, whether in extent (figuratively, of power, mighty; of time, aged), or in number, many
#7
אִמְרֵי
these things and how long shall the words
something said
#8
פִֽיךָ׃
of thy mouth
the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Job. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection